Customers have a right to a safe shopping environment, so if you have been injured while visiting a retail establishment, you may be eligible for money damages. No matter how careful you may be, if a store doesn't do enough to prevent injuries or to warn you about dangerous conditions, you may end up with a debilitating injury. To learn more about the ways that the stores you shop in can be held responsible for your accidents, read on.
21 December 2015
Are you thinking about getting a divorce or are in the process of getting a divorce? Are you wondering whether you should hire an attorney to handle your case or not? When thinking about hiring a lawyer, it's important to have as much information as possible. Here are some things you should know about divorce cases: Are attorneys needed for a simple divorce? The two of you may have decided to part as friends, but there's no guarantee that the situation will stay amicable.
5 December 2015
No one enjoys planning for their own death or illness. Of course, no one lives forever, so making legal decisions now while you are mentally and physically competent is vitally important to your future as well as your family's. One step you should consider taking is having a living will drawn up for you by a probate lawyer. A living will can ensure that your medical wishes are carried out when you are no longer able to express them yourself.
18 November 2015
If you have never filed bankruptcy, you may be overwhelmed or confused by the terms and verbiage that gets thrown around. What is the difference between a Chapter 7 and a Chapter 13? Is an actual judge and courtroom involved? These may be just a few of the questions that you have when contemplating this big decision. Some common terms and things to know about filing bankruptcy include these definitions:
30 October 2015
If you and your spouse are contemplating divorce, you might be getting ready to separate. It is normal for couples to want to separate before their divorce, however, before you choose to separate, you should get a legal separation. This will only serve to protect both of you throughout the divorce process. Here are some things you should never do before you have a legal separation. 1. Leave The House
14 October 2015
If you've been involved in a car accident, then you know the financial losses that typically accompany this situation. The more severe the injury, the more losses you may incur. The first thing you will want to do is to work to get the case settled so you can receive the necessary amount of compensation for your losses. Knowing tips that can help you accomplish this task are sure to come in handy for you, so consider the information below as you prepare to go forward.
29 September 2015
Applying for disability benefits can be intimidating, especially when you know most attorneys don't work for free. Still, you might be surprised just how affordable it is to get an attorney's help with your application. Here's the rundown on how much you can expect to pay, and how billing is determined. Can Your Attorney Charge Hidden Fees? It's not common knowledge, but the Social Security Administration actually has to review every fee agreement between disability lawyers and their clients.
9 September 2015
About 0.2% of Americans were estimated to have been victimized by bribery in 2002. When you are working with law enforcement officers, you must be careful about any gifts or favors that you provide officers. Gifts and other favors can constitute a bribe, even if you did not intend this. Whether or not you are accused of a crime will be based on the surrounding circumstances when you offer a gift or favor.
20 August 2015
In a technology driven world, most people are looking for ways to incorporate the latest fads into every aspect of their lives, including making a will. However, there are some restrictions that could leave your will in limbo long after you have passed away. Before relying on tech or other unconventional methods to create your will, here is what you need to know. Can You Use a Video Will? Some people rely on videos to record significant moments in their lives.
6 August 2015
If you were in a car accident, then you are probably dealing with insurance companies, repair shops, and maybe even the police. All of that can be very confusing and very difficult to deal with. If you were accused of causing the accident, then you are probably having an even more difficult time. There is only one way that you should deal with being accused of being at fault in an accident, that is to find a lawyer.
23 July 2015
